Core i7-620LM vs Athlon II X3 415e
Core i7-620LM
Athlon II X3 415e
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Core i7-620LM is positioned at rank 1208 and the Athlon II X3 415e is on rank 798, so the Athlon II X3 415e offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-620LM
Performance Per Dollar Athlon II X3 415e
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-620LM | Athlon II X3 415e |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($300) | ✅ More affordable ($15) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Arrandale (2010−2011) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Rana (2009−2011) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-620LM | Athlon II X3 415e |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+1925%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($300) | ✅ More affordable ($15) |
Performance Check
To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.
Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-620LM and Athlon II X3 415e
Core i7-620LM
The Core i7-620LM is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 7 January 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1288. Thermal design power (TDP): 25 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-800, DDR3-1066. Passmark benchmark score: 1,463 points. Launch price was $300.
Athlon II X3 415e
The Athlon II X3 415e is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 11 May 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Rana (2009−2011) architecture. It features 3 cores and 3 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 2.5 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: AM3. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,481 points. Launch price was $75.
Processing Power
The Core i7-620LM packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Athlon II X3 415e offers 3 cores / 3 threads — the Athlon II X3 415e has 1 more core. Boost clocks reach 2.8 GHz on the Core i7-620LM versus 2.5 GHz on the Athlon II X3 415e — a 11.3% clock advantage for the Core i7-620LM (base: 2 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The Core i7-620LM uses the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture (32 nm), while the Athlon II X3 415e uses Rana (2009−2011) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-620LM scores 1,463 against the Athlon II X3 415e's 1,481 — a 1.2% lead for the Athlon II X3 415e. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Core i7-620LM vs 0 kB on the Athlon II X3 415e.
| Feature | Core i7-620LM | Athlon II X3 415e |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 3 / 3+50% |
| Boost Clock | 2.8 GHz+12% | 2.5 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2 GHz | 2.5 GHz+25% |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total) | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 512 kB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 32 nm-29% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Arrandale (2010−2011) | Rana (2009−2011) |
| PassMark | 1,463 | 1,481+1% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 450 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 900 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-620LM uses the BGA1288 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Athlon II X3 415e uses AM3 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1066 memory speed. The Athlon II X3 415e supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 8 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i7-620LM) vs 0 (Athlon II X3 415e) — the Core i7-620LM offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: QM57,HM55 (Core i7-620LM) and AMD AM3 (Athlon II X3 415e).
| Feature | Core i7-620LM | Athlon II X3 415e |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | BGA1288 | AM3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1066 | DDR3-1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 GB | 32 GB+300% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 0 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-620LM) / not specified (Athlon II X3 415e). The Core i7-620LM includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics), while the Athlon II X3 415e requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-620LM targets Budget. Direct competitor: Core i7-620LM rivals Ryzen 5 3500U.
| Feature | Core i7-620LM | Athlon II X3 415e |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | — |
| Target Use | Budget | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i7-620LM launched at $300 MSRP, while the Athlon II X3 415e debuted at $75.
| Feature | Core i7-620LM | Athlon II X3 415e |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $300 | $75-75% |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $15 |
| Release Date | 2010 | 2010 |
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